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I've had 6-7 Roberts wrap rods for over 5 years. The lack of line to rod rubs was my reason for having them built. ( They look cool too !) For me an advantage that hasn't been mentioned, that i've found is in casting, of all things ! I've found alot less backlash and alot smoother casts on my 8-9 foot saltwater jig sticks ! I probably loose a few yards of distance in my casts, but the turns in my guides seem to soften that jerky overrun you sometimes get with a heavy jig or plug especally when casting into the wind.